Wood got too expensive....

[@nicklarson801]

"Lumber prices are insane"... Proceeds to use a piece of lumber as a notepad. :)

[@ZacBuilds]

Hahaha pieces out of scrap bin don't count, do they?

[@mulberry9292]

Use a orbital sander against the forms to vibrate out the air bubbles. Also vibrate as soon as you place the concrete.

[@luketorrie8438]

I agree also tapping the sides will do squat in the areas that are over a foot thick need a real vibrator to go into the form but a Very cool idea for a table.

[@Nevir202]

I was thinking, he could have jus put something off center on a motor and mount it under the table, shake the whole table lol.

[@dudehr]

Just a tip on vibrating: you need to vibrate during pouring of concrete. You had air bubbles because you vibrated too late, and concrete was already setting

[@DaddyBear3000]

It was a very dry mix as well and definitely not made easier using the 18v drill for mixing. Every time is a learning opportunity and is still looked great 👍🏼

[@otallono]

Not really, you can vibrate air bubbles out afterwards too, done it plenty of times and get no air bubbles. You get air bubbles when it sets up too fast. And most people aren't able to vibrate WHILE pouring! Also it was too thick, that's why it's better to use concrete with a plasticizer, it pours like liquid.

[@franciscoramos2413]

Nice

[@dswmetals02]

@@otallono yep exactly. You can't do I too late obviously but the biggest thing was the thickness of his mixture and not when he did his vibrating

[@CONEHEADDK]

@@otallono Or nmore water - but that makes it weaker.

[@optrakpad7244]

Looks awesome! One tip from a career welder. Your plates on the bottom of your posts. Try this, instead of making them bigger, go smaller. Say, your 2” tubing, instead of cutting it larger, or flush at 2”, take a 1/16 off each side. So a plate for a 2” tube would come out to 1 inch and 7/8, leaving 1/16 on all four sides, enough for it to sit on your tube without falling in, then your weld will fill up those 1/16” excess and bring you back out to flush with your tube, or just over and just enough to grind down with a flap disc. Just an idea! Good luck on the next one! :]

[@ZacBuilds]

That is a great tip, and honestly that was a design detail I was kicking myself for when it came time to grind everything smooth 😂

[@heavymetalbassist5]

I dig this, I came from reddit. I appreciate this not being resin rivered

[@antiRuka]

I thought the whole video "When does he take out the resin?" Props for not doing it! :D

[@right4might203]

Agreed. This “duel” table is much cooler!

[@ProleDaddy]

Based and resin piled, comrade.

[@acoon617]

🙌🙏👏EXACTLY WHAT JUSTIN JUST SAID🙌🙏👏

[@TheRealAmythyst]

💀🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 As a person who doesn't build anything and watches all these different channels this made me laugh so freaking hard because I understand what you mean because we are overloaded with KZbin videos that do resin Rivers and resin coats and resin this and you just go well damn we going to be resin shortage in a minute.... I cackle so hard.

[@SeanHodgins]

Turned out great! I'm might try and make some sills for my shower in this. I wonder how the sealer holds up to very moist environments.

[@ZacBuilds]

Thatd be awesome! I suspect that it would hold up quite well if you got a good smooth finish on the concrete. It's a 2 part finish after all, once it sets up it should be very hard

[@monkeybusiness63]

Only thing is I don't think it's cheaper than wood. But cool anyway.

[@marcusklotz7623]

I've done a concrete counter on the outside bbq I built but, I didn't realize there were colored concretes made specifically for what you're doing. Great design and very inspiring!

[@kingdomhallvictoria8025]

Hilariously I know that I would never be able to do what you can do but thank you for clearly explaining everything and taking the time to let all of us see your wonderful accomplishments. I look forward to watching your other builds.

[@ehRalph]

Tip on cutting or drilling rubber, closed cell foam and many plastics. Freeze the material first. Colder material is stiffer and less likely to grab stretch or bind.

[@dswmetals02]

Better have a big ass freezer but it's more than fine cutting without being frozen as well even though it would make it a bit easier if u have that type of freezer space and especially when doing at different customers homes

[@rodschmidt8952]

or cork? balsa?

[@ehRalph]

@@rodschmidt8952 I wouldn’t expect freezing to have the same advantage in cork or balsa wood unless it’s frozen in a slab of ice, but there are simpler ways for backing up the cut by sandwiching the workpiece in scrap lumber and drilling or cutting through both.

[@HepCatJack]

Just an idea: Adding lint from the dryer to the concrete mix add strength enough that you wouldn't need the metal wires. I remember reading something about bricks being made that used recycled wool fibers from old clothing in the clay mix that were about 6 times stronger than without (in mechanically compressed bricks).

[@sjenkins91812]

This is actually an amazing concept! It's like a river table, but without the river! A riverless table? Would that just be a regular table? A set of chasm tables perhaps? Either way it's amazing and I love the idea!

[@DeterminedDIYer]

it's a grand canyon without the colorado river lol

[@japeterso]

and I wondered if one could add a river of epoxy

[@theuncleodisshow8545]

I was wondering how you were going to connect the two... but honestly separated really makes the design even cooler!!! Well Done

[@bunnywarren]

An advantage of the "broken" design is each part has three legs meaning it will never wobble, unlike using four legs where you have to get them level.

[@Dr_Wrong]

Gotta get three legs level too..

[@ajbrown2013]

I had no idea I used three legs one was 24” one was 27” and one was 16” man everything falls off my table and I don’t know why

[@Dr_Wrong]

@@ajbrown2013 right, three legs simplify stability, not leveling. Leveling a rectangular unit on an irregular base with 3 adjustable legs is neither more stable nor significantly easier. For example; 3 wheeled vehicles tip over quite readily. Cranes & basket trucks use 4 jacks.

[@CraigP-z4t]

@@Dr_Wrong For your information it's better to put the legs underneath the table, not on top of it.. Seems dumb correcting someone on a point they were never making in their comment, doesn't it?

[@Dr_Wrong]

@@CraigP-z4t _"it's better to put the legs underneath the table, not on top of it.."_ IDK, Zac seems to disagree.. 9:25

[@astzfat3319]

VERY NICE! I like the rough edges in the center. That edging will also look great on the outsides!

[@__cypher__]

Zac does it get cold out on the patio? You could make a curved patio heater to go between the tables.🔥🔥🔥

[@DWTCREW]

Recently stumbled onto your videos and I must say I am loving them. Appreciate you being honest about the wins and struggles. Can’t learn anything new without some trial and error. Keep it up!

[@sagelikea6130]

Try using a sawsall without a blade to vibrate the concrete. I saw someone else do that and thought it was a great idea.

[@ZacBuilds]

Yes! Definitely been meaning to try that!

[@timreddington9386]

Aaaaaand now I want to replace my 75lb hardwood exterior door I use for a desk with a 150lb concrete one...my girlfriend and back are going to kill me 🤣

[@ZacBuilds]

Just remember to lift with your legs! 😂

[@tneal7]

looks great, would have been cool to make the steel legs on the black side white. Would have completed the ying yang vibe!

[@asil0072]

Great job. I learned a lot. I missed one thing though, did you use the melamine side as the top? Or original top? A good trick I use when getting bubbles out of my plaster casts is I buy those battery operated hand held vibrating massagers. They really work! And you could have easily duct taped 4 of them on under the melamine for 30 min. Each are usually just $10. I have had success with them even for 2 inch thick pavers out of concrete. Another tip that could be used for your plant idea is planting chia seeds. Plant areas 1-2 weeks apart for different heights. And, you can cut and eat them! Beautiful job anyway. I have acres of fir cedar and aspen trees. I think the way prices are, I'm going to give it a go at milling my own wood this spring!! Ty for a great vid. New subscriber for life!!!

[@MichaelBuilds]

Oh my god I absolutely LOVE that design!!!! How does this video not have 1 million views by now?!?!

[@ZacBuilds]

Haha thank you Michael! It only just came out, maybe with a little bit of luck it will hit that 1 mil mark eventually!

[@MichaelBuilds]

@@ZacBuilds oh you will! I also REALLY ENJOY your videography and edit quality. Extremely professional and I want to strive to reach that quality myself. I have 277,000 Subscribers and would love to do a Collaboration someday if you’re ever interested brother!

[@ZacBuilds]

@@MichaelBuilds Thanks man! I really appreciate that, and ya definitely. Where are you based out of?

[@MichaelBuilds]

@@ZacBuilds Detroit, Michigan so I’m really not that far away… just have to wait for the border to let me in Canada Lol 😂

[@muhammaddabhelia1405]

@@MichaelBuilds @Zac Builds Really sad I’m being left out of this whole collaboration and this planning guys 😂😂😂🙈🙈🙈

[@TodoInventosTV]

Good job #todoinventostv

[@e.lebrunet6311]

Looks pretty awesome!! If after using a flap disc some scratches still show up through the paint you can try some scotch brite disc they remove scratches and let a nice even finish on metal. Great content 👍

[@EM-jl7je]

You were recommended by Michael Builds. Awesome tables love the design.

[@whobrown]

Ditto that!

[@its9429]

This is great. I was really looking forward to you next build. Couple of suggestions if you don't mind. You can make a countertop .75" thick with 1-1/2" edges, saves on unwieldy weight for larger pieces, the reinforced concrete is really strong as mixed by maker. Also you can get some amazing surfaces by embedding different materials in the surface. The surface is then wet-ground by diamond abrasives to mirror finish. Looking forward to what you come up with next. Nice job!

[@WayTruthLife2100]

This is a comment from the pros! I’m keeping a screenshot in my projects book. Thanks for the great tips.

[@dswmetals02]

I was thinking the same thing about thickness but since he did a table instead of countertop and it's an outdoor piece I understand doing it thick like that

[@gavinpotter8741]

This is so underrated

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks Gavin!

[@zuckberg]

aka 'The bullet proof outdoor table build'

[@terristroh3965]

This project is fantastic. It inspires me to try something along that line.

[@doem7016]

Dude you nail it you are so so creative love those outdoor tables so beautiful l would you to your neighbor and your friend 😂😂😂WOW 👌🏾👍🏾👋🏾💯

yes man, lumber prices are too high. It is a good idea to make the outdoor table out of concrete. good design. congratulations. you did a good job 'll see. greetings.

[@giseliapereira5914]

FYI there isn’t a lumber shortage, it’s being stockpiled up north. They are withholding it on purpose.

[@anthonysunderland5387]

Absolutely brilliant you’ve inspired me so much in just one video I’m now a subscriber from 🇬🇧

[@gregorykotlarczcyk962]

You got Gregory I have been looking into Dark Oak in BlackTail in You tube guy there builds good Wood Tables Then I seen your no Wood Build I must tell I like this build plus that Dark color looks like Blue in the light ok later

[@Keithnicity]

Fellow Canadian... I see you with the Anorak Chair made out of hockey sticks. That table is wild.

[@lorelynleisure4048]

That is really cool! And the plant idea, I'd love to see that! Even something that you could rest between the 2 tables that held different mosses or succulents ... Just found your channel so I am going to have to search and see if you did anything else with that!

[@ZacBuilds]

Not yet, but hopefully this summer and I'll be able to add to it. Currently that table is burried under about 2 feet of snow haa

[@Richard.Dawson]

So he has a "lifetime of residential construction experience" & doesn't even know how to mix concrete in a bucket?

[@bryansmith5980]

you should never leave exposed air pockets on the top in a cold weather area. It will allow water to get into the concrete and cause cracking over time with freeze and thaw cycles.

[@caseykittel]

yes! also, a lot of people pour their counters upside down. the side against the form (on the bottom ends up with less bubbles and is flatter. you just have to build your form in reverse to get it right at the end. and vibrate it enough. not sure if he did this or not. I didn't catch it if he did.

[@mariotime1329]

Omg! I've binge watched your videos. I love your content. It makes me really conside taking up woodworking again. Maybe even more than a hobby. Would love to chat about it if possible!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Fantastic and I love the design! The planter down the crack needs to happen. Cheers from North York

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks Scott! It will eventually, it's just a matter of time haha

[@Arcainmech2]

To cut rubber things better make a bath of dry ice and alcohol dip the rubber for a few minutes and it will be hard like pine.

[@verymerry893]

An orbital palm sander without sand paper is an excellent vibrating tool.

[@billprezioso3677]

I would try using a palm sander to vibrate the form ,just a thought.

[@Schairiebwdifb]

I think an epoxy down the middle would make this a functional table.

[@Xavielconstructor]

First time I see your videos .... that table looks great... I liked it

[@otallono]

Yes, and gas prices, empty shelves.. you guys voted for it

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Dude you're killing it! I loved this video!

[@mq4626]

just an idea, Take the two pieces... and connect them via epoxy, with a fancy lighting display facing the floor from the bottom, it looks great tho. - just an idea.

[@ZacBuilds]

Love it! Great idea

[@projectqueen610]

That is one sexy table (never thought I would say that. Lol)

[@brooket6261]

I've been thinking of working with concrete for a while now, but have been scared to attempt it. I really appreciate how good you made it look. Thanks!

[@caseykittel]

a lot of people pour their counters upside down. the side against the form (on the bottom ends up with less bubbles and is usually flatter). you just have to build your form in reverse to get it right at the end when you flip it. and be sure to vibrate it enough. not sure if Zac flipped his or not. I didn't catch it if he did! good luck! I hope to do one soon too!

[@dswmetals02]

@@caseykittel did someone ask why it was upside-down. Because otherwise if not I think most people already knew and understood why it was upside-down and I didn't see anyone questioning that

[@inspiringbuilds]

Nice job and finding solutions to problems is always respected! Keep up the great work as the goal is for us to inspire others to build something awesome! 👍🏼

[@rolliebca]

Great build video! New sub from Michael Builds channel where he promoted you on his video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3jNaoCCmrKUoc0 See you on your next video, but now I have to check out the rest of your channel. Best wishes!

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks Rolland! So nice of Mike to do that! Hope you enjoy what you see on the rest of my videos :)

[@wendimccain8580]

Michael Builds channel sent me over. He really likes your content. Table looks great. Fantastic idea! Skip McCain

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks Wendi! I love his stuff too! I watched a ton of his videos in preparation for this build

[@randysretired2020]

Might be a dumb question, but I’m curious. Do you just have the concrete sit on the metal frame, or do you secure it on the frame? If you secure it, how?

[@krisknowlton5935]

I've precast some concrete wall caps before using the same method as yours. To stop water from the concrete from leaking under the side boards I ran a bead of latex caulk around the inside of my forms. This also breaks up that sharp corner. Also, an orbital or pad sander makes an excellent vibrater to get the air bubbles out.

[@michaeljakus8373]

do you get it wet first? I cut out foam for gun boxes and wonder if it would help to freeze it first.

[@dswmetals02]

@@michaeljakus8373 you can and it will probably help a little but from my experience (I remodel, renovate, and repair homes for a living) it is not needed and kind of unnecessary for the majority of projects

[@Danielism]

Looks like an incredible product compared to what i see in other videos. Can't wait for more

[@TheBQ92]

When I saw those concrete form liners get put down, I was totally expecting this to become a concrete epoxy river table, haha. The spaced gap is neat though.

[@SuperDavidEF]

I was really expecting some kind of river table, or at least a "cracked" table, with epoxy holding it together. I like how it turned out, but I'm not sure I like it better than if it were joined together.

[@curtisbme]

Exactly. After watching so many of those videos this feels like "shave and a haircut" without the "two bits" sound. Like it bothers me that it never got 'finished'. :-) Of course then you have a 200+lb table that he couldn't have moved by himself so keep things sections at 100lbs or less is probably a very good idea.

[@TomCee53]

The space could always be zero, still making it movable.

[@KismetSarken]

Just found your channel. Love that table. Now to work my way through your backk catalog of videos.

[@mrdavid5489]

Great build man! If you put one foot on top of the edge of the bucket it will make sure it does not move while you are mixing it.

[@ZacBuilds]

Great tip, thanks David!

[@maryannrurup353]

Great job and information is a good reason it turned out great!!!!

[@annesorenson2337]

That’s fun! I didn’t know you were going to leave the two rough edges apart, and was sad that those edges wouldn’t show. But the design with them separated by a crack is fantastic!

[@carlwebinar1571]

You can vibrate your form using a recip saw without a blade - rest the shoe against the form and pull the trigger. Do so on all sides.

[@ZacBuilds]

Great tip! Thanks

[@carmenfreeman693]

I love it! I want a table like yours except with a waterfall in the middle of the table with water flowers and lights and fire 🔥 ❤ 👏👏🤗😊.

[@ZacBuilds]

That sounds awesome Carmen!

[@DJSupaflyguy]

👌👌👌👌

[@censored3603]

glad that Michael Builds ( he does concrete builds) referred this video as his inspiration will be checking out your other videos.. good job on this one

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks for coming over and checking out my channel! So nice of Michael to shout me out like that!

[@robertneale7326]

Looks great.. I just feel your concrete mix could've been wetter..

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks! I followed the instructions listed on the dry mix pretty precisely because I wanted the table to be as strong as possible. It did look a bit dry to my eye too though.

[@pin65371]

Do you have a natural gas hook up on your balcony? Build out another box and fill it with gravel. Put these concrete blocks on the gravel and run burners through the crack. Could be a neat fire pit

[@ZacBuilds]

I do and this is something I definitely would love to do. However, I really need to check with the building and make sure that's allowed. Condos have so many ridiculous rules I'm a bit worried it wont be feasible.

[@coulterjb22]

I like your plants in the middle idea.. nicely done!

[@daemonlee6259]

Were you using a MIG or TIG, I'm trying to get into welding and could you some good advice on which to use, along with how to use it.

[@ZacBuilds]

For sure Daemon, you're in luck, I actually made a whole video about how to get into welding. It covers all the basics of Mig welding, which is what I used here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaHSk41qYt6Lo80

[@lindaeubanks-mccormick2090]

That table is so pretty out on the patio. That was a great idea. Mind if we borrow the idea? The patio here needs something nice. Great video. Thank You

[@ZacBuilds]

Go for it Linda! I share these videos so other people can recreate them if they want!

[@inspectrgajit]

Gives me confidence dude!!! Thank you

[@hovakadova8484]

Thanks for the educational video

[@dirksteele247]

Good idea changing up the project and asking! Kudos to the executives that approved it! Definitely showed me a product that I will end up using.

[@charlesbourgois4571]

Looks cool. An idea for the air bubbles. Try using the flat of a reciprocating saw without the blade installed.

[@morganhazel2373]

Nice. Ima try that

[@Welcome2Niches]

Im sure someone has said this but, I would have made the legs white for the side with the black top. Still, I love this!

[@ZacBuilds]

Great idea for a future project! Thanks for watching :)

[@camille.c]

if anyone comes at you about the 3D modelling thing, you should just send them over to the Foureyes channel! programs like sketchup are honestly super intuitive though, i remember jumping in to model set designs with nothing more than the program intro

[@ZacBuilds]

Ya it's really just a matter of trying and spending a little bit of time. But I know many people think 3D modeling is the type of thing you need to go to school in order to learn.

[@smylyface]

It's beautiful. I'd kill myself walking into those edges with my clumsy self but it sure does look amazing.

[@zacharyelliott7161]

I've heard lumber prices have started to drop.

[@ZacBuilds]

Let's hope! I havent seen much change in my area yet, but I hope you're right.

[@noblegas34]

Seeing your terrace and surrounding condos makes me miss living downtown!

[@Ross-2077]

Looks great, nicely done. The only thing I would change is do a aircrete blend over a full mix like this, I go with more of an aircrete blend and it cuts down on the weight quite depending on your mix ratios of course

[@walterperrell4898]

I'm here on the recommendation of Michael Builds. Nice work

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks for coming over and checking it out Walter! So nice of Mike to shout me out like that too!

[@michaelstevens3479]

So where is the money saving part of this?

[@maurolimaok]

Strange and creative table. I liked it.

[@BJHicks]

absolutely awesome design Zac!!! Love your vids my friend. Much Love from North Carolina!!!

[@kennethanderson8505]

Good looking table. I have a few questions, comments. How did you secure the top slabs to the bottom frames? You may want to check with the building owner to see if there are weight restrictions on the patio. You have 200 pounds of concrete sitting on just a few felt feet. That creates large point loads. The reinforcing grid was a good idea. Concrete is strong in compression and weak in tension. Your slabs are balancing on your frame. The farther from the frame you get, the more the tension load becomes. There are alternative reinforcing options. Fiberglass threads is one of them. The sealer is another great idea. It would be horrible to spend all of this effort and have water in the air pockets freeze in the winter and crack the table in two.

[@muhammaddabhelia1405]

This guy has quality content, well done my fiend on this build , really awesome and inspiring 💯😎👍🏽

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks Muhammad! Appreciate it man!

[@robertsantana5245]

I thought u would pour epoxy to put them together

[@SKTWoodDesign]

Great work there! Like the design

[@zeena35]

Man, that is soooo gorgeous, I can't believe you did that all by yourself.

[@jamesharrison6201]

There never was a wood shortage. It was price gouging pure and simple

[@Debisha_MCGA]

Truth👍

[@cjwcjw9578]

Best concrete video I have ever watched!

[@gaypreator8547]

The possibilities become endless.

[@Shagggy67]

Great Video .Awesome table .I would have added wheels to the bottom to make it easier to move around . I'm inspired to make my table now . Do you have any tips on inlaying a marble chess board into the concrete ? I'm getting that idea off my mental shelf after seeing this video .

[@ZacBuilds]

Thanks man! If I were going to inlay a chessboard, I'd probably started with a stand in for the chess board thats the exact same size, like a piece of plywood or a piece of foam and cast that into the concrete. Then remove the stand in after you're done all the finishing work and drop the chess board in its place. Hope that helps. Cheers

[@Shagggy67]

@@ZacBuilds Thanks for idea. I was thinking of doing the pour around the board for a better fit. Trying to avoid a seam where water can get in

[@jeniferprince1613]

Gorgeous table 🤌🤌🤌🤌🤌🤺🔥🔥🔥

[@Arterexius]

Well that's absolutely gorgeous! Reminds me that I need to do some more concrete work in the future

[@Clasega2]

Michael builds sent me here!!

[@SuperNovaSirius]

That's so cool! I've never seen anything like it! I love the idea of a toable existing out of just- two pieces. It's so obnoxious yet charming. ♥

[@SuperNovaSirius]

@Magnificently Fruity Star Power Hi.

[@StepOneStudio]

How did you attach the iron legs to the concrete top? Did I miss it?

[@ZacBuilds]

No you didn't miss anything, I simply placed the concrete on top of the steel. Originally I planned on using silicone to affix it, but honestly it's so heavy it's very sturdy as is.

[@sickmick001]

Love it ✌ and Crafters 💘

[@norshar3774]

next epoxy concrete river table

[@jacobh4954]

I bet this guy started this video like that just to show off his fancy looking night stands pshhh lol. If you made them, then nice job! Ha

[@ZacBuilds]

Haha I did, that was actually one of my first builds way back in the day and pre-dates my youtube channel.

[@jacobh4954]

@@ZacBuilds haha well they look nice!